Sentinel - Manager 3 - Program Planning and Scheduling (15605-1)

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

4d•$126,600 - $189,800•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Manager Program Planning and Scheduling 3 to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure. This leadership role has frequent interactions with internal and external executives. The successful candidate must demonstrate consistently sound judgment and exemplify Northrop Grumman Values and Leadership Behaviors. The role operates in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative, cross-functional teams, including geographically dispersed team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance or a related field with 8 years of related experience; 6 years with a master's degree; or 12 years of related experience may be accepted with a HS Diploma (or equivalent) in lieu of a degree
4 or more years’ experience and hands-on expertise working with Oracle Primavera P6
Demonstrated experience leading planning/scheduling teams on complex, large-scale programs
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and EVMS-compliant scheduling practices
6 or more years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule
Direct experience with people leadership that includes performance management, career development, staffing, and merit planning
Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment, managing multiple priorities and stakeholders
Requires US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable period

Nice To Haves

Active Secret Security Clearance
Experience on large-scale Department of Defense / aerospace & defense programs
Prior leadership experience at the manager-of-managers level (leading leaders and analysts)
Direct experience with IPMDAR reporting and associated schedule deliverables
Experience driving digital transformation or tool optimization initiatives in planning/scheduling
Executive presence and comfort in communications at that level
Experience building strong customer relationships
Subject matter expert with Oracle Primavera P6
Experience interacting with DCMA in EVMS Audits/Reviews
Experience ensuring Cost / Schedule integration

Responsibilities

Own the program planning and scheduling process
Develop, maintain, implement, and continuously improve EVMS-compliant program scheduling processes across all program BU/Segment operations and all phases of the lifecycle, from early investment through sustainment and deactivation
Serve as P6 and program planning SME
Act as the subject matter expert for program planning and scheduling tools, with a primary focus on Oracle Primavera P6
Lead and develop the planning and scheduling team consisting of managers and analysts by supporting: Digital transformation and tool optimization, Training and development for program support personnel, Proposal and strategy support, Program planning and scheduling activities in support of monthly IPMDAR generation, Process development and training
Provide daily guidance and troubleshooting to the Sentinel scheduling organization
Drive compliance, metrics, and continual improvement
Ensure scheduling implementation meets internal and external reporting and compliance requirements
Establish and leverage schedule metrics and analytics to drive process excellence and continuous improvement
Support program execution through proactive partnerships and Earned Value Management
Ensure planning and scheduling products satisfy evolving programmatic requirements
Partner with cross-functional leadership (e.g., engineering, operations, finance, contracts) to ensure successful and compliant schedule management across the program
Advise segment and program business managers on integrating project schedules with Earned Value Management.
Support internal and external reviews and audits, including preparation of artifacts and responses to findings